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RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a chest tube in place following thoracic surgery. Which of the following findings indicates a need for intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Absence of breath sounds on the affected side suggests a pneumothorax or tube dislodgement, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the results of laboratory screenings for a 9-month-old infant. Which of the following results should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A lead level of 18 mcg/dL is elevated (>5 mcg/dL per CD
C), requiring reporting due to risks of developmental delays.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing hypoglycemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering 15 g of oral glucose is the first action for hypoglycemia to rapidly raise blood sugar levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is prescribed warfarin. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse explain will be monitored?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin's anticoagulant effect is monitored via PT and INR to ensure therapeutic dosing and prevent bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for metformin extended-release tablets. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extended-release metformin must not be crushed to ensure proper drug release, per administration guidelines.